News Reporter / Multimedia Content Creator & Brand Influencer - KPQ

About the role

Townsquare Media Group is seeking a News Reporter / Multimedia Content Creator & Brand Influencer for KPQ. This is a full-time, in-office position designed for someone who can thrive in a collaborative and dynamic local team setting.

Responsibilities

• Host live, engaging on-air shows Monday through Friday
• Create and publish a minimum of two original local articles per day for the station website and mobile app
• Write and schedule engaging posts across social platforms including Facebook
• Connect with listeners through interviews, live appearances, remotes, and community events
• Represent the station brand “on the streets” by building authentic community relationships
• Collaborate with on-air, digital, production, and sales teams to support integrated content initiatives
• Create and publish original video content regularly, including social-first short-form video (Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts) and longer-form segments
• Pitch yourself as a trusted community voice who can authentically promote products and services across on-air, video, and social platforms
• Participate in person in high-visibility community events, client meetings, and business functions as a station ambassador

Requirements

• Proven, active track record creating original written digital content AND video content across social platforms
• Strong on-air presence AND on-camera comfort, with the ability to connect authentically with listeners and viewers across every platform
• Solid understanding of current events and various formats
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Comfort multitasking, meeting deadlines, and working in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to operate control boards, remote broadcast equipment, and related production tools
• Exceptional public speaking, presentation, and networking skills with the confidence to walk into a business, build a relationship, and close an endorsement deal
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize effectively
• Active video creator with a current, maintained presence on at least one short-form video platform (TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts)
• Entrepreneurial, sales-minded instincts: you think about your personal brand as a business, proactively seek out partnership and endorsement opportunities, and are motivated by revenue tied to your influence

Qualifications

• High School Diploma (required)
• Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and vehicle (required)

Skills

• Basic FCC rules and regulations knowledge
• Basic digital and video editing skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in social media platforms
• Ability to adapt to new technologies and platforms

Benefits

• Competitive salary + bonus program + endorsement revenue opportunities (your influence = your upside)
• 3 weeks PTO + 9 paid holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Company-provided laptop
• Casual, high-energy work environment
• Opportunities for upward mobility within a growing media organization
• Company discounts
• Volunteer Time Off—give back to your community

Pay

Washington Base Pay Range: $42,000 USD - $46,000 USD
Washington Total Compensation Range: $44,000 USD - $48,000 USD

Schedule

This is a full-time, in-office role.